Bucket Talk

Welcome to Episode 109 of Bucket Talk! Today, we sit down with Boston Bruins star defenseman and blue-collar native Charlie McAvoy. Raised in a trades family, Charlie breaks down how the "earn it" work ethic instilled by his plumber father shaped his journey from Long Island to top-tier NHL success. Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on grit, accountability, and what it really takes to perform under pressure both on the ice and on the job site.

Former NFL star Rob Ninkovich sits down for Episode 108 of Bucket Talk to break down his transition from the gridiron to the job site. Raised outside Chicago with deeply rooted blue-collar values, Rob took his relentless work ethic from Purdue University all the way to two Super Bowl rings. Today, he’s applying that same hard nosed drive to large scale construction development and building an incredible personal vintage car collection. Tune in to hear how his blue-collar background continues to shape his business ventures, trade philosophy, and passions today.

In this episode of Bucket Talk, we’re joined by absolute legend Tom Silva to dive deep into his decades of hands-on experience and the core values that build a lasting career. Tom breaks down the biggest lessons he’s learned along the way, shares unforgettable job site stories, and gives us his honest take on the future of the trade industry. Whether you've grown up watching him or you're just starting out in your craft, this is an episode packed with wisdom you won't want to miss.

On this episode of Bucket Talk, we are sitting down with former PBR World Champion Daylon Swearingen. He takes us behind the scenes of the professional bull riding world, sharing what it takes to stay at the top of such a brutal sport and the grit required to bounce back from major injuries. Whether you're a die-hard rodeo fan or just love a story about pure work ethic, you won't want to miss this conversation. Tune in to Episode 106 to hear how Daylon keeps pushing the limits.

Welcome back to the podcast, everyone. Today we’ve got a guy in the hot seat who truly embodies everything a Cowboy stands for. He went from dominating the college rodeo circuit to building a powerhouse legacy from the dirt up. He is the owner of Nothin' But Try Ranch, the mastermind behind the unyielding bucking bull named BRUNT Haymaker, and quite frankly, one of the hardest-working men in the western industry. Please welcome to the show, a true cowboy who never learned how to quit, Chad Drury!

Mads DiVitto joins Jeremy on the pod to discuss life, labor, and the lessons learned on the job. From daily site struggles to massive career wins, Mads gives us the raw truth about the trade industry today. It’s an unfiltered look at the hustle, the community, and what’s next for the trades. Tune in for a masterclass in persistence and professional grit.

Buckle up for Episode 103 of Bucket Talk, because we’re throwing the filter out the window. Jeremy sits down with the one and only Uncle Lazer to talk oilfield grit, the comedy circuit, and the lifestyle that made him a legend. From the rig to the stage, it’s 100% unfiltered and 100% Lazer.

In this episode of Bucket Talk, we’re heading offshore with fifth-generation lobster fisherman and viral sensation Jacob Knowles. Jacob takes us behind the scenes of the grueling Maine lobster industry, sharing what it really takes to manage a crew and protect the ocean’s resources in one of the world's toughest environments. We dive into the grit required to handle the 12-hour shifts on deck and how he’s used his platform to bridge the gap between traditional trades and the modern world.

In this episode of Bucket Talk, Jeremy sits down with Charlie McAvoy Sr. inside TD Garden’s Heritage Hall to dive into the 100-year legacy of their family plumbing business in Long Island, NY. Charlie Sr. shares how the "earn it" mentality of the trades helped shape his son into one of the toughest defensemen in hockey. From early mornings in the plumbing truck to the world stage, that work ethic has come full circle as Charlie Jr. represents Team USA this month in Italy. It’s a raw look at how the grit of a tradesman built an Olympic superstar.

To celebrate our 100th episode, we’re going back to where it all began with the man who laid the foundation for both this show and the brand: BRUNT founder/CEO and original Bucket Talk host, Eric Girouard. In this milestone conversation, Eric joins Jeremy to talk about the origin of the brand, reflecting back on the early days getting the business off the ground, and digging into the history of the podcast and the first few guests who got the ball rolling. Five years in the making, this episode is a testament to hard-work and the unwavering belief that nobody knows more about what they need than the customer.